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News in English (USA) / 26.03.2025 / 03:00

El Paso Walmart Shooter Offered Plea Deal to Avoid Death Penalty

The district attorney in El Paso has announced that prosecutors will no longer pursue the death penalty for the gunman who killed 23 people in a racist attack at a Walmart. The decision comes after years of legal battles and multiple changes in the prosecution team. Families of the victims have reportedly influenced this decision, expressing a desire to conclude the case as soon as possible. The shooter, an admitted white supremacist, has been offered a plea deal that allows him to avoid capital punishment, ensuring he will spend the rest of his life in prison instead. This controversial move has sparked debates about justice and the handling of mass shooting cases.
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